Megasound's Most Memorable Moments of 2008

With so many great weddings in 2008, it would hardly be fair to give labels like “best,” “favorite,” or “most awesome.” In some areas of wedding traditions it was very difficult to “pick” a wedding that was the most outstanding in terms of memories. I guess that means that a lot of our 2008 couples were really tremendous. Now that makes me happy! A big “thank you” to all of our 2008 brides and grooms. We wish you a wonderful New Year!!

And the winners are…

Most Memorable Ceremony:
This distinction most certainly goes to Jessica and Bill (married September 27th at the Foellinger Theater in Fort Wayne). This was truly a fun couple to work with to perform their wedding ceremony. Being on that huge stage with a fall-themed wedding was just the start. Not only was the ceremony truly a production, the recessional included sunglasses, dancing, and “I Feel Good” by James Brown rolling out of the theater speakers. Certainly a ceremony to remember!

Hottest Ceremony:
If you enjoyed warm temperatures last summer, then you would have been right at home during Samantha and Nicholas’ (married July 18th in Fort Wayne) wedding ceremony at the Botanical. Between formal attire and the humidity, we surely glistened at temperatures hitting almost 100 degrees. We restrained ourselves from taking a break under the waterfall for relief.

The Introduction was Unforgettable:
We have seen some interesting introductions in 2008, but I would say that Amanda and Ben’s (married August 23rd in Fort Wayne) was truly unforgettable. Amanda and Ben really love 80’s hair bands and Ben wore the wig to prove it during their introduction. His best man donned a mullet wig for the occasion as well. You talk about being fans...

Most Interesting Toast:

Melanie and Edwin (married October 25th in Auburn) traveled from North Carolina for their wedding. Their best man could not make the trip, so we were given a recorded toast to play for Melanie and Edwin. Not only was it a bit of a tear jerker, it was also followed up with Melanie and Edwin raising their glasses…um, I mean giant brandy snifters full of champagne for the event. Who can forget that one? In addition to their toast, their wedding was also memorable in the fact that they held a breaking of a pinata during their bouquet and garter toss tradition. Edwin was blindfolded, given a long stick, and instructed to hit the pinata with it!

Let Them Eat Cake:
With so many interesting “cake” moments in 2008, this category was a bit rough. With challengers like a Rice Krispies cake, cheesecakes, chocolate cake smiles, and even one groom licking the cake knife, who would have thought that picking only one would be so difficult. For most memorable though, we picked Sara and Logan’s (married May 24th in Hoagland) wedding with their adorable bride and groom life-like cakes. They were so endearing, it was a shame to even cut them let alone eat them.

First Dance:
Melissa and Jon’s (married September 20th in Huntertown) first dance was even more memorable because of the guests. We announced to clear the dance floor (as there were so many children playing) and have the kids take a seat around the outside of the dance floor. It was truly amazing to see all of the younger guests seated in front of the head table in awe watching Melissa and Jon’s special dance together. Almost brought a tear to this MC’s eye.

Parents Dance:
Hands down, Katy and Tom’s (married April 26th in Fort Wayne) wedding took center stage for the Father/Bride Dance. Katy’s parents came into the office the week before the wedding to record some special songs that we then in turn sampled into the Father/Bride song request. When Katy and her father were on the dance floor, everyone was amazed to “hear” Lewis’ voice singing “Army Lullabies.” We didn’t have a dry eye in the ballroom.

A Grand Exit:
Many couples leave their reception in a limousine. Cassie and Jason (married June 20th in Fort Wayne) concluded their reception with an awesome "balloon and sparklers" send off as they made their way to their limousine departure. So much celebration and revelry made this a wonderful conclusion to a great reception.

Twists on Tradition:
We had a tie for most memorable in this category.

Not only did Tricia and Justin (married May 10th in Fort Wayne) have beautiful wedding colors and awesome flowers and decorations, they had the neatest and most adorable table decor. They shared starts from an aloe plant with their guests. The symbolism in itself is very wedding-related as you must nurture and care for a plant as you must grow and tend to your marriage. Even seven months later, my assistants still talk about how big their aloe plant has gotten and how much Tricia and Justin cared for their guests.

Angie and Dennis' (married August 16th in Fort Wayne) wedding reception was about beauty, love, and celebration. Dennis called us about a week before their wedding to let us know that he would be “singing” right after the garter removal and toss to surprise Angie. I think that Dennis did more than surprise Angie, I think that everyone was awe-struck with his rendition of Frank Sinatra’s “My Way.” This was an awesome that Dennis shared with Angie, all of their guests, and us.

It is truly wonderful being a part of a bride and grooms' special day. These couples, along with so many others, over the last twenty-plus years have added so much joy to our lives at Megasound. So many of our 2008 couples had very creative ways to personalize their wedding day. It has been such an honor working with inspiring people. It just makes all of us at Megasound look forward to 2009 and the magic that we help create in the wonderful world of weddings. Happy 2008! And here is to a fantastic 2009!!